I'll overwhelm 'legitimate combatant' Paul - Joshua
The British boxer will face Jake Paul in an eight-round contest which will be broadcast live on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "defeat" the American as the pair met personally to promote the upcoming bout.
Ex two time world title holder Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a massive uneven pairing - at Miami's Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, stated.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will really want to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
Despite such comments, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul rather targeted former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.
"I acknowledge that."
Legitimate Fighter
Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he stated.
Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Success
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's biggest financial successes, regularly earning massive paydays.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.
"It will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.
Size Disparity
As both boxers engaged in the usual face-off, with their height and weight contrast evident, it drove home just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the match is truly going ahead.
